Lead Auditor at Contec Global Infotech Limited

Location: Ilupeju, Lagos

Roles and Responsibilities

• Conduct Risk Assessment to identify material risk, prioritize risk, recommend risk mitigation Plans, and agree with the management on the plan of action.
• Prepare risk based Internal Audit Plan.
• Conduct business process review so as to evaluate the design and operating effectiveness of internal controls over the business cycles
• Understand business industry issues / trends. Identify areas requiring improvement in the client's business processes to enable preparation of recommendations.
• Drives Financial / operational and technology Internal Audit framework and audit planning to mitigate risk by keeping a pulse on the technology risks relevant to the business and collaborating with functional leaders
• Map relevant technology risks to the business, assess suitable timing and map annual audit calendar
• Build strong relationships with the business and keep pulse of the new changes and changing technology landscape of the company.
• Design, implement and review internal control, audit, and regulatory compliance procedures.
• Work with 2nd line of defence & Compliance functions to align audit activity and develop the regulatory framework in line with the local regulations and CBN guidelines.
• Manages audit projects by determining scope and objectives; developing cross-functional audit plans; partnering with stakeholders and process owners for execution of plans; reviewing and validating audit planning memos, and reports; ensuring timely delivery and successful completion of projects.
• Assigns and directs audit staff in execution of audit, validation of control design, effectiveness and identifies process deficiencies by testing performance of controls against Company procedures and/or external regulatory/accounting requirements; evaluating process efficiencies; and performing advanced data and analytical analysis.
• Perform internal assurance / advisory reviews to assess the adequacy, effectiveness and efficiency of the established internal controls and procedures.
• Present audit results to senior leadership with articulation on risks and gaps identified; be able to risk rank observations and prioritize remediation efforts.
• Drives efficiencies in the audit process by recognizing automation and integration opportunities; creating common auditing methodologies; responding to critical business situations; and participating in cross-functional teams.
• Prepare / review audit reports, audit summaries and memos; root-cause analysis on issues and findings, and recommendations for management; review reports and correspondence are in alignment with internal audit standards.
• Be a remediation by liaison with the business; Work closely with the stakeholders to ensure appropriate action plans are provided to mitigate the risks highlighted.
• In line with the objectives of the internal audit & risk management function the candidate will help the business identify, measure, and manage risks as effectively as possible.
• Conduct the highest quality review of internal controls and supporting the risk management process.
• Conduct Risk Assessment to identify material risk, prioritize risk, recommend risk mitigation Plans and agree with the management on the action plan and follow up.
• Helps in coordinating external and other regulatory compliance reviews.
• Support management in designing and developing documentations for strengthening controls.
• Promote the highest standards of ethics and standards across the organization.
• Coach the team.

Essential Skills & Qualifications

• Chartered Accountant.
• Previous experience in Fintech and big 4 will be preferred.
• Excellent analytical and investigation skills to identify underlying operational and technology issues and demonstrate ability to problem solve and viable solutions
• ISACA / CISA / related certification will be an added advantage,
• Sound understanding of control environment, compliance, and risk frameworks such as CoBIT; COSO; ISO standards, etc.
• Proficiency in fintech, General Computer controls, Etc.
• 8 - 10 years of experience
• Excellent project / program management skills
• Experience in performing Risk Assessments / Technology Audits / Operations focused reviews.
• Be able to work in a fast-paced role with competing priorities.
• Adaptable to project requirements and does what is required to get the job done.